Richard J. Evans
Sir Richard John Evans, FBA, FRSL, FRHistS (born 29 September 1947) is a British academic and historian, best known for his research on the History of Germany in the 19th century and especially on the Third Reich. He is currently Regius Professor of Modern History at the University of Cambridge.
Read more about Richard J. Evans: Life, Career As A Historian, Role As An Expert Witness in Irving V. Lipstadt, The Third Reich Trilogy, Regius Professor of Modern History, TV and Media Appearances, Honours and Distinctions
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